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Crime
West Bengal STF busts drug ring, arrests 13, seizes Rs 8.53 crore narcotics
✍️ India Today
🗓 11 Sep 2026, 12:33 PM
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The West Bengal Special Task Force detained 13 alleged drug traffickers and confiscated narcotics valued at Rs 8.53 crore, officials said.
The Special Task Force (STF) of West Bengal announced that it has arrested thirteen individuals suspected of involvement in drug trafficking. The operation resulted in the seizure of narcotic substances estimated to be worth Rs 8.53 crore. Law enforcement officials described the bust as a significant step in curbing the flow of illegal drugs within the state. No further details on the identities of the arrested persons or the specific types of narcotics have been released at this stage. The STF said investigations are ongoing to uncover any larger network linked to the seized contraband.
The seizure underscores the state's intensified focus on combating drug-related crimes, following a series of high‑profile cases in recent months. Authorities have pledged to continue rigorous monitoring and enforcement actions to disrupt trafficking routes. The operation reflects coordinated efforts among multiple agencies, though the exact locations of the arrests were not disclosed.
The government has not yet announced any formal charges or court proceedings against the detainees. Stakeholders, including local communities and health officials, have welcomed the crackdown, emphasizing the need for sustained vigilance against drug abuse and trafficking.
The seizure underscores the state's intensified focus on combating drug-related crimes, following a series of high‑profile cases in recent months. Authorities have pledged to continue rigorous monitoring and enforcement actions to disrupt trafficking routes. The operation reflects coordinated efforts among multiple agencies, though the exact locations of the arrests were not disclosed.
The government has not yet announced any formal charges or court proceedings against the detainees. Stakeholders, including local communities and health officials, have welcomed the crackdown, emphasizing the need for sustained vigilance against drug abuse and trafficking.